Associate/Senior Associate - Financial Services

Location:   Melbourne -CBD

State:  VIC

Worktype:  Full Time

  • Financial Services | Melbourne CBD
  • High-quality advisory work | Strong partner access
  • Hybrid working & Exceptional benefits | Genuine career progression
  • About the role
    Join a highly regarded commercial law practice and build your career across sophisticated financial services, regulatory and funds management work.

    Our client is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its established corporate and commercial team.

    Working closely with experienced senior lawyers, you’ll advise a diverse client base across a broad range of regulatory, transactional and advisory matters. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to quality work while developing strong client relationships and taking greater ownership of matters as your experience grows.

    Benefits
    You’ll enjoy a supportive and flexible working environment together with a range of benefits, including:
    • Flexible working arrangements
    • Competitive remuneration
    • Additional leave benefits
    • Career development and mentoring
    • Health and wellbeing initiatives
    • Regular team and social activities 
    What you'll work on
    Your practice will cover a varied mix of financial services and commercial matters, including:
    • Financial services regulatory and compliance advice
    • Funds management and investment-related matters
    • Licensing and regulatory matters
    • Disclosure and other financial services documentation
    • Commercial agreements and advisory work
    • Corporate transactions involving regulated businesses
    • Regulatory compliance programs and reviews
    • Emerging issues affecting the financial services sector
    At Senior Associate level, you’ll also have the opportunity to lead matters, build client relationships and support the development of junior lawyers.

    Skills & experience
    Ideally, you will have:
    • Approximately 2-6+ years' PAE gained within a reputable law firm
    • Experience in financial services regulation, funds management, corporate or commercial law
    • Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills
    • A sound understanding of relevant corporate and financial services regulation
    • Exposure to AML/CTF matters will be highly regarded
    • A commercial and practical approach to providing advice
    • Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with clients
    About our client
    Our client is an established commercial law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. The firm offers a modern, supportive and collaborative environment, with a genuine focus on professional development, flexibility and long-term career progression.

    How to apply
    To express your interest, simply click on the  Apply Now  button.

    Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact:
    Sharon Henderson | Partner
    Legal People

    M:   0418 361 199
    E: 
     sharon@legalpeople.com.au
    Ref No:  4068028

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